There are some threads on the old hacks for calling overseas toll free numbers, but I'm wondering if something has changed.

• https://www.geekzone.co.nz/forums.asp?forumid=39&topicid=143738

I'm trying to contact a number of US companies who only have toll free numbers, but none of them will connect when I call using skinny mobile.

EG calling 1-800-444-1408, I've tried

• +1 1800 444 1408 gets a skinny automated this number is not available response
• +1 800 444 1408 gets a US voice saying the call cannot be completed as dialed.

Substituting "00" for "+1" gets exactly the same responses.

Any ideas?